Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse, Hakodate

Symbol of the Hakodate bay area and the early days of the shipping industry, Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse witnessed the city's history thanks to its robust storage business. The red-brick structure was founded in 1887 by Kumashiro Watanabe, who became prominent for contributing to the city's prosperity and industrial success. Stroll past the well-preserved warehouse lining the water, then head to the nearby history plaza for more information about this institution's heritage. Round off your tour with a stop in the beer hall, where you can savor fresh local brews directly shipped from the producer. The number of annual visitors has reached up to 2 million, so expect a crowd during your visit. Our Hakodate vacation planning site makes visiting Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse and other Hakodate attractions simple, and helps you make a travel plan personal to you.